Summary of Business Pathfinder Podcast Episode: Ep. 52: Childhood Trauma and Compulsive Ambition
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The episode delves into trauma's impact on the nervous system and compulsive overworking, emphasizing the use of busyness and productivity to mask pain It highlights achieving greatness through working through trauma and inner work, stressing the importance of addressing childhood trauma and its impact on anxiety Daily exercise and self-care practices are emphasized
Kristin Morrison's interest in Ibad's business and scheduling future sessions is noted, along with their discussion on childhood experiences and the impact on creating valuable things The individual expresses gratitude and a desire to explore perfectionism in more detail, planning to schedule the next session They encourage listeners to apply for coaching on the podcast and wish them well.
Ep. 52: Childhood Trauma and Compulsive Ambition
Key Takeaways
- Trauma's impact on the nervous system and compulsive overworking is discussed
- Using busyness and productivity to mask pain and avoid feelings is highlighted
- Achieving greatness through working through trauma and inner work is emphasized
- The importance of addressing childhood trauma and its impact on anxiety is mentioned
- Daily exercise and practices for self-care are emphasized
- Kristin Morrison's interest in Ibad's business and scheduling future sessions is noted
Trauma: Unmasking Productivity as Pain Avoidance
- This episode is about trauma and its impact on the nervous system, compulsive overworking, and achieving.
- Many use busyness and productivity to mask pain and avoid painful feelings.
- We discuss how some individuals have achieved greatness by working through their trauma and transcending it through deep inner work.
- If you have experienced childhood trauma or are very sensitive, take pauses as needed to reflect on what you're hearing.
Pronounce it correctly, no excuses!
- Ibad's location and origin were discussed with Kristin Morrison.
- Kristin Morrison complimented Ibad's British accent.
- Kristin Morrison expressed interest in learning about Ibad's business and the help needed.
- Ibad inquired about the target audience for the information being discussed.
Uncovering Childhood Trauma and Healing
- The individual recalls reading an obscure book that helped them delve into their own self through in-depth work.
- They experienced a period of feeling like a victim due to past experiences, particularly during childhood.
- The book, possibly related to great people, prompted them to realize and address childhood trauma from a non-victim perspective.
- They shared a quote from Viktor Frankl in a coaching session, emphasizing the impact of childhood experiences on anxiety.
- The individual believes that challenging childhood experiences can lead to the creation of valuable things while maintaining goodness.
- They emphasize the importance of daily exercise for getting in touch with their body.
Daily Walking: A Powerful Practice
- Daily practices are powerful for me because the walking, I have a dog, so Kristin Morrison gets me out, which is great and into nature.
- Walking is really important.
- Like every day, Kristin Morrison usually goes on two big walks a day.
- Kristin Morrison does the journal writing in the morning and that tends to be about 30, 40 minutes.
Continue the Conversation: Part Two
- They would love to continue the conversation in another session.
- They express appreciation and a desire to explore perfectionism in more detail.
- They plan to schedule the next session via email or through their assistant Sharon.
- They express gratitude for the conversation and the realness of the interaction.
Apply for coaching on the podcast
- You can apply to be coached on the podcast by visiting kristenmorrison.com/podcast52.
- Wishing you a beautiful day or evening wherever you are in the world. Take good care.